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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 33 - 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For the common man, what are the consequences of having too many rules and regulations in religion according to Usbek?
(a) He makes his own rules.
(b) He doesn't know what pleases God.
(c) He doesn't care about the rules.
(d) He follows them like a machine.

2. What does the Mullah advise Usbek to refer to to find answers to his questions in letter 17?
(a) The Bible.
(b) The Qur'an.
(c) Traditions of the Doctors.
(d) The Mullah's book.

3. According to letter 15, where does the Mullah live?
(a) Among the tombs of Qum.
(b) In Mecca.
(c) In Persepolis.
(d) In Baghdad.

4. What happened to Zachi and her servant according to letter 45?
(a) They killed each other.
(b) They hate each other.
(c) They fled together.
(d) They reconciled.

5. What does Rica do to blend in in Paris?
(a) He grows a beard.
(b) He gets drunk.
(c) He wears western clothes.
(d) He wears a top hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who refused to become a eunuch according to letter 39?

2. How long has Usbek been in Paris by the time he sends letter 22?

3. What argument does Usbek use as an example in letter 34?

4. What did Usbek's wife do as a form of amusement in his absence?

5. According to Pharan, what would be the result of turning him into a eunuch?

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